77439 Surf radiation therapy img gdn ultrasound plmt
Also known as: Superficial therapy with guidance, Ultrasound guided superficial
Superficial radiation therapy with image guidance and ultrasound placement.
In Plain Language
Superficial radiation therapy with ultrasound guidance for positioning
Clinical Context
Image-guided superficial radiation therapy using ultrasound for precise target localization and positioning verification.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.30 |
| Total RVU | 0.30 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Radiology codes require a written order, clinical indication, and a formal interpretation report. The professional component (modifier -26) and technical component (modifier -TC) may be billed separately.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.30, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Radiology codes — 2.7x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 77439?
CPT 77439 (Surf radiation therapy img gdn ultrasound plmt) is a Radiology code. Superficial radiation therapy with image guidance and ultrasound placement.
Who uses CPT code 77439?
CPT 77439 is used by Radiation Oncology, Dermatology. Image-guided superficial radiation therapy using ultrasound for precise target localization and positioning verification.
When is CPT 77439 used?
Image-guided superficial radiation therapy using ultrasound for precise target localization and positioning verification.
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